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Enjoy Every Sandwich 1s13i

by Ed Meyer 2q161j

posted on April 26, 2018 in 1 Comment >>

  What’s been on your mind? – Is it the Derby just days away? – How about the big score that eludes us until luck hits home. – Have you been thinking about a trip in the sun or a “bucket list” track you’ll be visiting soon? – Not me. I’ve had something rolling around my noggin […]

“It Ain’t Bragging If You Can Back It Up” 3v3639

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 8, 2016 in No Comments >>

For the record, I’m one of the biggest Mike Smith fans in racing. I have always referred to him in my blogs as “The Money Rider.” – After reading an article in the Paulick Report /Jockey Talk360.com. I must it I was taken aback. I was a little surprised to hear the words “I’m gonna’ […]

Watching Greatness 3a5lr

by Ed Meyer

posted on November 6, 2015 in 1 Comment >>

I was reading an article about riders and where they cut their teeth. Everyone starts somewhere, and it doesn’t matter how big or small the venue you ply your trade. Some were happy to be the big fish in the small pond, and others had bigger dreams. In my travels I’ve been lucky enough to […]

Seven Days Can Make One Week s286f

by Ed Meyer

posted on October 21, 2014 in No Comments >>

Seven days can be a long time if you’re in jail, standing on your head, or listening to your better half tell you to stop watching racing and football. This past week is one of reflection, introspection, and getting ready to get my game on. So, sit back and clear your mind. “Time is not […]

Listen Up! 3r1bs

by Ed Meyer

posted on August 25, 2014 in No Comments >>

I have read every article, listened to the many race calls that have captured my heart, and watch Saratoga every chance I get. There is no secret that Tom Durkin is walking off into the sunset, but the thought of a legend hanging up his tack has me in a reflective mood. We like to think […]

Bombs Away/Place Parlay – Did You Hear That? 2er6q

by Ed Meyer

posted on August 14, 2014 in No Comments >>

The target has been identified, and the command has been given. Well, maybe not that dramatic. Three guys started off a mild mannered place parlay, and it stands at $1750. – We are using the Winning Ponies E-Z Forms, and we’re ready to fire. Finally, we all come into agreement and the Saratoga card will […]

View From The Roof 5y1d4q

by Ed Meyer

posted on September 22, 2012 in No Comments >>

Since I was a little guy trailing my dad to the races I always looked up high to the “perch” where the track announcer held court. To me this was the greatest job in the world, and it was hard to believe that they actually paid these folks. But after further review they all deserve a […]

Is Silence Golden? 2q5e14

by Ed Meyer

posted on April 27, 2011 in No Comments >>

We all have heard this so many times. It applies to your neighbor listening to his 80’s cassettes, or that crazy person who sits in the next cubicle and speaks so loud into the phone that it can be heard in the parking lot. But, when you hear that Tom Durkin’s golden tones will not […]

Donn Lures a Variety of Handicap Horses 826e

by Greg Melikov

posted on February 5, 2011 in No Comments >>

The 53rd Donn at Gulfstream Park is a wide-open contest as a variety of older handicap horses clash in the first major stakes of the year. Three runners tuned up for the 1 1/8-mile race on Sunday. Rule, who finished second in the Hal’s Hope Jan. 8 after a 10-month layoff, drilled a bullet in […]